Best Wildlife Tours in Queensland

How often have you switched to National Geographic channel or Animal Planet for the curiosities in you wanting to learn about the endangered animals and how animal psychology works? If you feel the need for a hug from a koala or just hop about with a kangaroo, Queensland Australia is calling you. Home to richest and biggest zoos, it hosts some of the best Wildlife tours in Queensland. With some of the rarest and unique species of animals, Queensland has been taking care of their fauna for generations to ensure their survival going extinct. With the population being less, Queensland has more space for their animals. One does not need to go to dedicated zoos to witness the wildlife; the entire state is like an open zoo without fences letting you spot animals when you drive by the outskirts. Brisbane is home to one of the oldest wildlife parks called the Lone Pine Sanctuary.

It is by the Brisbane River and to add to your delight instead of driving there in a car, you can also opt for a boat ride to enjoy the scenic surroundings for a great build up. The Southeast region of Queensland has too many national parks that could be trekked to. Some of the common animals spotted here are the platypus and koalas. Thrillophilia has some of the best organized itineraries under their sleeves for the Wildlife tours in Queensland. The tours are designed to ensure you get to experience the best of everything and have enough time to sit back the savour the time spent here. With the interactions with animals and providing a helping hand as a volunteer, one can be rest assured there is not a boring moment to endeavor.

Home to Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and Kuranda Scenic Railway, Cairns is said to be a paradise. A place to explore the World Heritage wonders cannot be missed visiting. Visit Australian butterfly sanctuary to complete your trip to Australia.What To Expect:See thousands of butterflies in the sanctuary:With numerous native Australian butterfly species, Australian butterfly sanctuary ticket allows you to see thousands of butterflies in the glorious sanctuary. A butterfly is one of nature’s most famous and colourfully-diverse animal, observe them with all the amazement.View more than 1,500 tropical butterflies:The Australian butterfly sanctuary is home to more than 1,500 colourful tropical butterflies which flutters all around the area. The lab breeds over 30,000 caterpillars a year which then transform into these dazzling butterflies. Go and watch them all.Get through myths with Butterfly Lovers Bridge:The Butterfly Lovers Bridge located within the aviary tells its visitors all about the butterflies. From myths and legends to folk stories everything is depicted on this new Butterfly Lovers Bridge.Experience the beauty of blue Ulysses butterfly:Get up and close with all the butterflies from the blue Ulysses to the Cairns Birdwing when here. Do not forget to bring your camera to capture the best of the views and their captivating attractiveness.Know Before You Go:Timings:9:45 am - 4:00 pm except for Christmas Day (25 December).How to Reach:Park Address: 8 Rob Veivers Drive in Kuranda, QLD 4881 Australia.The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is located an hour from Cairns City (29.4km)- Children aged 4 - 14 years can avail child ticket.- Children under the age of 4 years can enter free of charge.

From having numerous activities to do to places to visit, Cairns attracts a lot of tourists every day. Avail Cairns Aquarium Ticket and visit Cairns Aquarium, a place to immerse yourself into the mysterious underwater world.What To Expect:Admire the Australian marine life:Visit one of the aquarium's many exhibitions and get a chance to watch a variety of marine and land animal species up close. See freshwater marine life and also grab the opportunity to feel and touch them.Explore diverse ecosystems at the aquarium:The underwater world is mysterious to most of us, reveal what all is there for you with this Cairns Aquarium Ticket. Located in the heart of the city, discover Australia’s incredibly diverse marine life.See over 15000 marine & land animals:Coming from two World Heritage-listed areas namely, the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest, this ticket allows you to see over 15,000 marine and land animals. There are 70 different exhibits showcasing the unique species inhabiting the region.Get guided through North Queensland ecosystems:It is an opportunity to see rainforests and coral reefs as you stroll through North Queensland ecosystems. The aquarium is suited for people of all ages and has something to entertain all. This is a great place to spend a day indoors.Know Before You Go:Opening Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm(Last admission 4:00 pm)How to reach:5 Florence St Cairns, Queensland, 4870 Australia.By walk: one block from The Esplanade, two blocks from the Lagoon Pool and an easy 5 mins walk from the Cruise TerminalBy bus: Take the bus to Cairns City Bus Station, platform 2, and walk for 4 minutes.Self-drive: car parking is available in the surrounding streets, also hourly and daily fees may apply for metered parkingMeals:You can avail a 2-course lunch at Dundee’s Restaurant at the Cairns Aquarium while viewing the restaurant’s 14 meters ‘Under the Pier’ marine tank or go al fresco on the Daintree Deck outdoor terrace, surrounded by tropical foliage with available package.- The child ticket age is 3 - 14 years.- Infants aged 0 - 2 can enter for free.

Famously known to be the gateway to Queensland’s stunning Great Barrier Reef, Cairns attracts thousands of tourists pour into the town every day. Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Park Ticket allows you to see crocodiles and local wildlife in the North and make your trip to Australia unforgettable one.What To Expect:Award-winning adventure park:Considered to be the best place to see crocodiles and local wildlife in the North, Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Park is an eco-tourism award-winning accredited tourist attraction. Here you can get up close and personal to a famous reptilian predator, the crocodile.Meet the famous Australian crocodile:The park is famous to see crocodiles and scavenging through over 2,000 meters of boardwalks and pathways. Go on a journey of learning and adventure and make the most of your visit to Australia with Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures ticket.Perfect day out to explore Australian wildlife:From finding a place to tour the wetlands and spot crocs in their natural habitat to meeting the flightless emblems of the region it has it all. Get a chance to discover freshwater crocodiles, lizards, and go on a walk-through bird aviary with this package.Visit each special zone of the park:Make sure to visit each special zone of the park as each one is home to a different variety of local fauna to see. Go through Hartley's Crocodile Lagoon, Hartley's Cassowary Walk, and Gondwana Gateway and make it a day full of a day of adventure, learning, and discovery.Know Before You Go:Opening Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm(Daily)Closed on Christmas Day (25 Dec), Ironman event(9 Jun)Special opening hours: 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm on ANZAC Day (25 April)How to reach:Address: Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, Captain Cook Hwy Wangetti QLD 4871 Australia.Self-drive: 40 minutes north of Cairns and 20 minutes south of Port Douglas at 15 minutes north of Palm Cove (free parking)- The child age for Hartley's Crocodile Adventure ticket is 4 - 15 years.- Children aged 0 - 3 years can enter for free.

As one of Australia’s biggest tourist towns, Cairns is located in Tropical North Queensland, which makes is a place with amazing weather. If you are attracted to this place too then Cairns ZOOM & Wildlife Dome Ticket will allow you to explore more of the city.What To Expect:Go on heartstopping rope adventures:Offering an array of rope adventures for you to tackle with your strength and skills, the package allows you to go out on a day filled with fun and excitement. Not just this there are many other activities like the PowerJump, Pirate Climb, the Commando Rope Climb with this.Try freefall with Powerjump:Let your adrenaline rush with a thirteen-meter free-fall drop with PowerJump. If you think you are not faint-hearted and you want to experience an adventurous activity, then this is the answer for you.Feel An Incredible Rush Of Adrenaline:With all the activities available it will be a perfect day out to soothe the adrenaline junkie inside you. Pirate Climb, the Commando Rope Climb or the Slack Line are all ready to test your upper body strength and take you on an adventure.With the activity meet friendly rainforest birds:The Rainforest Aviary gives you the chance to meet friendly rainforest birds and make it an immersive experience. With the Wildlife Dome, Australia’s famously diverse wildlife with a number of species within the dome can be observed.Know Before You Go:Opening Hours: Daily: 9:00 am - 6:15 pm (Last entry at 5:00 pm)How to reach:Address: 35-41 Wharf St, PO Box 1230, Cairns QLD 4870 Australia.Situated in the heart of the city on the roof of the Reef Hotel Casino.You can choose one from the following package options:Admission TicketAdmission + 1st Zoom ActivityAdmission + Private Wildlife Experience- The child ticket age is 3-14 years.- Infants aged 0-3 can visit for free.

Located in Tropical North Queensland, Cairns is a place with amazing weather due to its perfect location. It is one of Australia’s biggest tourist towns and attracts tourists from worldwide. Avail 4 Park Pass Cairns and see the best attractions that the region has to offer. What To Expect:Head to four of North Queensland's famous parks:With this 4 park pass, you get a chance to visit Rainforestation Nature Park, Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Wildlife Habitat, and Cairns ZOOM & Wildlife Dome. All these parks are North Queensland's most famous parks and are a treat to nature lovers.Go for adventure activities in ZOOM:If you love adventure activities, Zoom will help you gain access to many of the. Offering an array of rope adventures for you to tackle with your strength and skills, the park promises you adventure and thrill.Observe numerous animal species in the zoo:Mingle with wildlife in Australia in a spacious natural setting at Wildlife Habitat. This is a place where you can observe birds flying, animals roaming freely and a huge range of wildlife. Savannah, Wetlands, Rainforest, Nocturnal and Grasslands are the five environments here.Wander in 100 acres of lush Australian rainforest:Another place to admire the panoramic view of nature, Rainforestation Nature Park is situated in the midst of a World Heritage Rainforest in Kuranda. Here you can meet a variety of animals including Koalas, Dingoes, Tasmanian Devils, Crocodiles and the endangered Cassowary and Lumholtz’s Tree Kangaroo.Know Before You Go:Opening Hours:Wildlife Habitat: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm(Daily)Australian Butterfly Sanctuary: 9:45 am - 4:00 pm(Daily)Cairns ZOOM & Wildlife Dome: 9:00 am - 6:15 pm (Daily, Last entry at 5:00 pm)Rainforestation Nature Park: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm(Daily)All the parks are closed on 25 December.How to reach:Wildlife Habitat: Port Douglas Road. Port Douglas.Australian Butterfly Sanctuary: 8 Rob Veivers Drive, Kuranda.Cairns Wildlife Dome: 35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns City (at Reef Casino)Rainforestation Nature Park: Kennedy Highway, Kuranda.- The child ticket age is 4 - 14 years.- Children aged 0 - 3 years can enter for free.

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About the ActivityStart your journey from the Cairns at around 7.30 AM and drive through the scenic coastal roads of Australia in an air-conditioned coach.After reaching, explore the Wildlife Habitat of Port Douglas and get a chance to behold the beautiful Australian wild animals like Kangaroos, koalas, etc. in their natural habitat.Enjoy a tropical lunch in one of the world class restaurants during your trip.Embark on the guided rainforest walk during your trip. Relax or just take a walk along the Cape Tribulation Beach in the white beautiful sands and sea waves.Enjoy the surroundings by heading for the Daintree River cruise.Head back to Cairns around 7.30 PM and end your trip with lots of memories.

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Embark on this amazing two days tour of Cape Tribulation and get a chance to explore its beautiful locations in sufficient time.Start your trip from Cairns at around 7.30 AM and drive through the beautiful coastal roads in an air-conditioned coach, offering you the panoramic views of surroundings.On your way, enjoy the morning tea and fill yourself with energy for the day full of sightseeing and activities.Visit the wildlife habitat at Port Douglas and behold various beautiful Australian animals in their natural habitat.Enjoy a lip-smacking lunch during your trip on day one and head for the guided Rainforest Walk in Cape Tribulation.Embark on the Daintree River Cruise in search of saltwater crocodile.Enjoy a lip-smacking continental breakfast on the next day and visit some other locations.End your trip by heading back to Cairns at around 7.30 PM with lots of memories.

About the Activity:Enjoy this fabulous tour and explore the majestic beauty of the scenic coastal while you drive across the surrounding.Witness the diversified flora and fauna with a short trip to the Wildlife
Habitat Port Douglas.Enjoy the view of the beautiful coastlines near the Cape
Tribulation Beach and have fun at the cable ferry ride.Walk through the rain-forest along with your guide and get a chance to indulge in bird-watching followed by a brief breakfast session.Followed by bird-watching session with a delicious tropical lunch and an excursion cruise to the Daintree
River.The trip will concluded in the evening, as you will be dropped back.

About the Activity:Set out on a tour that is steeped in culture and history of the Ngadiku civilization. The guided walk will enthrall you with tales of the living styles of the indigenous tribes.Start your tour after getting picked up from the mentioned location from Cairns 7.30 AM, Beaches 8.00 AM and Port Douglas 9.00 AM.Get welcomed with a traditional a smoking ceremony by the Aboriginal at Mossman Gorge.Pass through the picturesque rain forest on private walking trails while your guide narrates about the history and how the forest affects the everyday life of the tribes.Acquaint yourself with the use of traditional plants and identify the bushes, food and the procedures of making bush soaps and ochre paint.Enjoy swimming in the pristine rain forest clad water holes.The tour is conducted through Mossman Gorge in presence of its original Kuku Yulanji owners.End this exciting trip at after getting dropped back to your accomodation at Cairns 6.00 PM, Beaches 5.30 PM and Port Douglas 5.00 PM.

Offering so many places to explore, Cairns is said to be Australia’s gateway to northern Queensland. A visit to the Great Barrier Reef, the Daintree rainforest, the Atherton tablelands and many more places can be made. Kuranda Koala Gardens ticket allows you to explore one of the places you must visit.What To Expect:Explore the Australian Wildlife at its best:From adorable koalas to elusive wombats, you can find many animals at Kuranda Koala Gardens. Freshwater crocodiles, fellow marsupials like kangaroos and wallabies are all part of this beautiful garden. This garden packs in all the excitement you wish for in Australia.Visit the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary:Located in a village nestled in the rainforest, Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is home to more than 1,500 colorful tropical butterflies. Watch the butterflies flittering and fluttering around the rainforest. The beauty of these butterflies will surely mesmerize you.Perfect day out to explore Australian wildlife:One of the things people look forward to while in Australia is admiring the rich wildlife it is home to. Meet all the animals that reside here and learn about in this wonderful park. Every single person from your family will love this day out.Verified Local Operator:To help you get the best of the experiences, we have operators that are local and verified. Who knows the place better than a local and that is how we take you on a journey where you have the best experiences.Know Before You Go:Opening Hours: 9 AM to 4 PMClosed on Christmas Day (25 Dec)Special opening hours: 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm on ANZAC Day (25 April)Koala holding photos at Kuranda Koala Gardens are available between 9:30 am - 3:30 pm dailyTicket Types:Koala GardensKoala Gardens + Birdworld KurandaKoala Gardens + Birdworld + Butterfly SanctuaryHow to reach:- Location: Kuranda Koala Gardens, 2-4 Rob Veivers Dr, Kuranda QLD 4881, Australia (Birdworld Kuranda is next to Koala Gardens)- Self-drive: Only 40 minutes northwest of Cairns. You can get to Kuranda via the Captain Cook Highway and Kennedy Highways- Free shuttle bus: Departs from Skyrail and Kuranda Railways Station every 15 minutes between 10:30 am to 3:00 pm, daily.- The child age for Kuranda Koala Gardens tickets is 4 - 15 years.- Infants aged 0 - 3 years can avail of the ticket for Kuranda Koala Gardens for free.

About the Activity:Embark on this exciting Army Duck Tropical Tour which starts at 08:00 AM in the morning and witness the scenic appeal and the tranquility of this entire place.Its a great opportunity for naturalist and wildlife lovers as this tropical tour provides the perfect insight of the Kuranda village, Army Duck Rain-forest and the Tropical rain-forest.You can also indulge in Sky-rail Rainforest Cableway to explore the forest from a new dimension.The tour concludes at around 5:30 PM in the evening.

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Get picked up at around 7.45 AM from the mentioned location Mantra - Southbank, Hotel Urban - Wickham Tce, Best Western Metropole - Wickham Tce, Punthill Hotel - Astor Tce and Sebel Suite Hotel - Charlotte St. and take a Short drive to Cleveland where we board a ferry to North Stradbroke.
Explore the wild and beautiful side of Australia with its best land based whale watching site at Point Lookout in North Stradbroke Island.
Spend two hours watching these wonderful creatures in their natural habitat. You can see the gorgeous humpback whales pass.
The activity also includes a tour of Stradbroke Island and a delicious lunch at a hotel. You can experience the natural beauties as
visit Amity Point with a chance to see koalas and kangaroos in the wild! This historical village has magnificent views across the bay of Brisbane.Conclude your tour at around 4.45 PM and get dropped back to the locations.

About the Activity:Tropical rainforest, coral ocean and wild rivers come together at Cape Tribulation, a couple of hours' drive north of Cairns.A lush tropical wonderland for nature lovers, Cape Tribulation is tailor made for tropical walks, swimming holes, snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef from pristine beaches.This tour offers you a complete insight Cape of the Australian wildlife like never before.Start your trip by getting picked up from your hotel in Cairns at around 07:30 AM to explore the scenic coastal area followed by wildlife at Port Douglas.Enjoy the fun activities like Crossing the Daintree river crossing in a cable ferry and jungle surfing canopy tour. Relish the delicious tropical lunch and relax at the Daintree river bank before departing back at 07:30 PM.

About the Activity:Immerse yourself in a day to discover and explore a culture heaped in heritage and tradition like never before.Start your trip in the morning at around 9.00 AM.Daintree, known as the oldest living rain forest on the planet, is home to the Kuku Yalanji people. Walk along the coast and the mangroves before journeying to the incredible Mossman Gorge for a lunch.Your experienced Indigenous guide will demonstrate traditional use of plants to make bush soaps and ochre paint. After lunch, journey into the lush rain forest and experience the wild wonders of jungle, home to vivid flora and diverse fauna.End your trip at around 7.30 PM 9(approx) get transferred back to hotel in Cairns.

About the Activity:Your window into paradise - North Stradbroke Island is Queensland’s most popular Island and is only a
short 45 minute ferry ride across Moreton Bay. The second largest sand island
in the World (40km long), it has everything – the untouched beauty of its
beaches and rugged coastline, the crystal clear waters, and an abundance of
Australian wildlife. This tour will be a memorable experience of Brisbane and
Australia. Your best chance to spot koala, kangaroo, dolphin, sea turtles and
giant manta rays in the wild!

About the ActivityStart your tour from Cairns at around 7.30 AM and drive along the coastal roads in an air-conditioned coach offering you the panoramic view of the surroundings.After reaching Daintree, explore the Wildlife Habitat at Port Douglas after enjoying your morning tea.Embark on the Daintree River Cable Free in search of the salt water crocodile.Enjoy a lip-smacking tropical lunch during your trip.Visit the Alexandra Lookout and embark on jungle surfing canopy tour before heading back to Cairns at around 7.30 PM with lots of memories.The pick up timings may differ Northern Beaches at 8.00 AM and from Port Douglas 8.15 AM.

About the Activity:This tour starts with a healthy breakfast at 10 AM,
followed by a bush-walk through Burleigh Head National Park, a
prominent Gold Coast landmark.Take a 45 minute guided bush-walk around the mountains with wide range of flora and fauna, and enjoy the spectacular ocean views.At the end of this walk, kayaks will be ready for you to paddle
through the peaceful and beautiful mangrove landscapes of Tallebudgera Creek. This Creek runs from the Springbook Plateau all
the way to the southern slopes of Burleigh Head National Park, leading to the
Pacific Ocean. During this 60 minute paddling session, you will
cruise among the exotic landscapes, whilst admiring a wide variety of birds. To finish the day, you will be driven to Currumbin
where you will enjoy the Wildlife
Sanctuary. This Sanctuary is well known for being the only place where you can cuddle a koala, whilst professional
photographers capture the moment at an additional cost.This trip enables you to feed the kangaroos, hold a baby
crocodile, feed the rainbow lorikeets, and much more. The trip is only available on Tuesdays
and Fridays.

About the Activity:During your visit to Australia, this world famous Australia Zoo is a must see. Get picked up from your hotel at around 8 AM in Brisbane and proceed towards the Zoo in an air-conditioned vehicle.After reaching you will have over 6 hours to experience all the shows and attractions which will definitely be a great day for the whole family to enjoy.During your trip, get up and close to some of the most incredible creatures on the planet and experience all the wildlife action at our daily shows. See cheeky otters, learn all about crocodiles, snakes and tigers, hand feed elephants, live the wild-life in the crocoseum and so much more.End your trip at around 3 PM by getting dropped off to your hotel.

Queensland Top Attractions

Lamington National Park is well known for its natural environment and furthermore for its immaculate mountains, strolling tracks, birdlife, antiquated trees, and rainforests. It lies on the Plateau of Lamington, Queensland fringe, Australia which is spread over 51,000 sections of land. Lamington National Park is home to more than 180 species, some of which are about to go extinct. The National Park is 30 kilometers from the Pacific Ocean and is built 3000 feet above sea level. It is constituted with two segments that are Binna Burra and the Green Mountains. Green Mountain stands on the Western Lamington plateau area, known as O’Reilly, a major natural attraction of Australia. On the other hand, Binna Burra is a mountain lodge, situated in the midst of the national park, surrounded by all kinds of flora and fauna. It is the first Ecolodge to be established in Australia.The park is famous for hiking and bird watching. In addition to these, the tourists come here for bushwalking camping, for a picnic with friends and family. Along with nature retreat, the park also offers many activities such as mountain biking and cycling, four-wheel driving, horse riding, fishing, rock climbing, and more such activities. The National Park was featured in the Australian National Heritage List in 2007 and is now a UNESCO world heritage site.

Right behind the city of Gold coast on a quaint escarpment, about 62 km from Brisbane in Australia sits the gorgeous Tamborine Mountain. It is one of the most tourist-friendly spots in the world. The name Tamborine mountain is given to both the actual mountainous structure that has been formed as a result of lava output from Mount warning, a nearby volcano, and the many small towns and villages that lie along a narrow 8 km ridge of the mountain’s foothills.
One of the primary reasons for the Tamborine mountain being a holiday attraction for both tourists and locals alike is that it is one of the greenest and calmest places in Australia. It is known for offering people the opportunity to escape the busy streets of the city while also being relatively close to it. The deep volcanic soils of the mountain sit 550 m above the sea level and create excellent conditions for exotic flora and fauna. The subtropical climate of the hill is pleasant with appropriate rainfall throughout the year. If for nothing else, tourists visit the mountain just to have a look at the fantastic variety of plants and animals living in the region. With some gorgeous waterfalls, beautiful botanic gardens, and walking trails, Tamborine mountains offer tourists a host of choices when it comes to activities. The view from the mountain and the surrounding highlands is equally appealing, for a bird’s eye view of Brisbane, Gold Coast and Mount Warning are seldom available elsewhere.
For the residents of this slightly rural area, several facilities are available including ambulances, schools and recreational means. As a tourist, you are sure to love the rustic yet modern outlook of the region.

Springbrook has been enlisted as a world heritage national park. Springbrook is the home to a world of epiphytes, strangler figs, rare birds and plants, glow in the dark mushrooms, vines tangling around trees, mossy fern groves. Few places in the world contain such plants and animals which remain unchanged from the ancestors in fossil records. Springbrook Mountain has its origins millions of years ago. Still not spoilt by excessive commercialization, Springbrook is a part of ancient Gondwana Rainforests and home to avariety of wildlife such as the rare Albert’s Lyrebird, rosellas and the bowerbirds. One can relax in the protected rainforest and look at the stars in the clear sky or pay a visit to the colonies of the glow-worms any time of the year. Location: Gold Coast hinterland 45 minutes from Surfers Paradise and about 1.5 hours away from Brisbane. Things to do: Walking tracks, picnic, guided tours and long walks, View wildlife and Horse riding.

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